Is the Portland tote real leather?

Yes. The Leather Farm uses full-grain leather, the top grade, rather than bonded or coated leather. It is unlined, so the suede side shows inside.

Will it fit a laptop?

A 13-inch laptop fits easily in the main compartment, and most 15-inch models fit too. There is no padded sleeve, so add a case for protection.

Does it have a zip closure?

No. The top is open with no zip or magnetic snap, which is the most common complaint from owners. Keep valuables in an inner pouch.

How does it compare with coated canvas totes?

The leather is more durable and ages better than coated canvas, but it is heavier and less water-resistant. Canvas totes stay lighter and shrug off rain more easily.

How do I care for it?

Wipe with a damp cloth and condition the leather a few times a year. Keep it out of prolonged rain, since the open top lets water in.

Does it hold its shape?

Only partly. The leather is soft and unstructured, so the bag slumps when it is not full. Packing it fuller keeps the sides upright.

What do buyers say about the The Leather Farm Portland Brown Tote Bag for Women?

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 131 ratings.

The Leather Farm Portland Brown Tote Bag for Women

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Lowest price today: $100.00 at The Leather Farm (checked Nov 10, 2026).

Our take on the The Leather Farm Portland Brown Tote Bag for Women

The Portland is a full-grain leather tote from The Leather Farm, built as an everyday carry-all with a wide open top and sturdy handles. It stands out for real leather at a price where most rivals use coated canvas or bonded leather, and owners say it softens and darkens with use. It suits commuters and shoppers who want one bag for work and weekends. Against structured designer totes it is softer and less rigid, so it slumps when partly empty and lacks a zip closure.

Best forDaily commuters carrying a laptop and lunchShoppers who want one bag for work and weekendsBuyers who prefer real leather over coated canvasPeople who like a slouchy, unstructured shape

Pros

Full-grain leather that ages and patinas with use
Roomy main compartment fits a 13-inch laptop
Sturdy stitched handles that stay comfortable on the shoulder
Simple, unlined design that is easy to wipe clean
Holds its shape better than thin PU totes at the same tier

Cons

Open top with no zip, so contents are exposed
Slumps and loses shape when only partly filled
Few internal pockets, so small items get lost
Leather can feel stiff for the first few weeks
Heavier than nylon or canvas totes of similar size

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The Leather Farm Portland Brown Tote Bag for Women price history

Lowest price we've seen: $95.00 on Nov 11 at The Leather Farm. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

4.2 / 5131 ratings

Owners rate it well overall and most praise the leather quality and roomy size for the money. Complaints cluster around the lack of a zip and the bag losing shape when empty.

What people mention

Leather qualityPraisedBuyers say the leather feels real, softens with use and develops a patina.
SizePraisedOwners report it swallows a laptop, bottle and paperwork with room to spare.
ClosureCriticisedReviewers dislike the open top and want a zip or magnetic closure.
ShapeMixedSome like the slouch, others say it collapses when only partly full.
PocketsCriticisedSmall items slide around because there are few internal compartments.
StiffnessMixedA few owners found the leather stiff for the first weeks before it broke in.

Questions and answers

Is the Portland tote real leather?: Yes. The Leather Farm uses full-grain leather, the top grade, rather than bonded or coated leather. It is unlined, so the suede side shows inside.
Will it fit a laptop?: A 13-inch laptop fits easily in the main compartment, and most 15-inch models fit too. There is no padded sleeve, so add a case for protection.
Does it have a zip closure?: No. The top is open with no zip or magnetic snap, which is the most common complaint from owners. Keep valuables in an inner pouch.
How does it compare with coated canvas totes?: The leather is more durable and ages better than coated canvas, but it is heavier and less water-resistant. Canvas totes stay lighter and shrug off rain more easily.
How do I care for it?: Wipe with a damp cloth and condition the leather a few times a year. Keep it out of prolonged rain, since the open top lets water in.
Does it hold its shape?: Only partly. The leather is soft and unstructured, so the bag slumps when it is not full. Packing it fuller keeps the sides upright.
Where is the The Leather Farm Portland Brown Tote Bag for Women cheapest?: At The Leather Farm, for $100.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the The Leather Farm Portland Brown Tote Bag for Women?: Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 131 ratings.

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